History society

Two very important events coming up for the Kilmacanogue History Society members. Their final talk of this year’s spring programme is now just over a week away and will take place on Tuesday, May 2, at 8 p.m. in the Glenview Hotel. The guest speaker is Carmel O’Toole and the title of her talk is ‘Glenmalure, The Wild Heart of the Mountains’.

This illustrated talk will chart the history of Glenmalure from pre-Christian times to the present day. It will take us through times of war and rebellion, including the social, educational and sporting history of the community and surrounding areas. Carmel O’Toole is an author, historian and educator who was born and reared in the Glenmalure Valley, where she still resides. Her book ‘Glenmalure the Wild Heart of the Mountains – A Valley And Its People’ was published in 2015. The society really look forward to seeing you all on May 2, especially new members. Admission is €4 or €3 for members.

Secondly, the annual outing will take place on Saturday, June 10, This very interesting tour includes Tullynally Castle and Gardens and the Monastic Site at Clonmacnoise. The cost, including transportation, light refreshments and entrance fees (but excludes an evening meal) is €35 per person. Dinner that evening will be in the Grand Hotel, Moate in Co. Westmeath. Departure times are: Enniskerry 9 a.m. and Kilmacanogue Church at 9.30 a.m. For further information on this trip, please contact Ann Cranny at 01 2862330,